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As Fountain Valley School District prepares to welcome students back to campus on Wednesday, August 26, sunny skies and warm temperatures are expected to accompany the start of the 2026–27 school year.

Student safety and well-being are always a priority in FVSD, and our schools will be mindful of weather conditions as students return to classrooms, playgrounds, fields, and other outdoor spaces.

At the August 13 meeting, the FVSD Board of Trustees celebrated five new leadership appointments, approved a free pediatric eye care partnership with UCI, and authorized a smart software upgrade for the district's 11 school buses (including live GPS tracking for parents). The Board also conducted first readings for 16 updated Board Bylaws and Policies covering AI safety, weather protocols, and smartphone guidelines.

The Fountain Valley School District is delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs. Kimberly Dueñas as the new principal of Courreges Elementary School, pending Board approval at the Thursday, August 13th board meeting.

Mrs. Dueñas brings over two decades of diverse educational experience to Courreges. Most recently serving in the Long Beach Unified School District, her background spans roles as a classroom teacher across elementary, middle, and high school levels, as well as an Intervention Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA), Cotsen Mentor, Leadership Development Coordinator, and Assistant Director in the Superintendent’s Office. Throughout her career, she has built a strong reputation for instructional excellence, peer coaching, and equitable teaching practices, including FVSD’s Signature Practices.

FVSD is thrilled to welcome Desirae McGhie (Brucato) back to the district as the new Assistant Principal for the Masuda Monarchs. McGhie joins Masuda from Capistrano Unified School District, where she gained valuable administrative experience serving as an Assistant Principal across two middle school campuses. Before her tenure in Capistrano, McGhie spent seven years within FVSD (2018–2025) as an Elementary Education Specialist and Resource Specialist Program Teacher. Her profound impact on the community was recognized when she was named the 2024–2025 Elementary Special Education Teacher of the Year by the City of Fountain Valley Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities.

Fountain Valley, CA, July 20, 2026: Fountain Valley School District is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Lisa Tanita as the new Director, Educational Services, pending Board approval at the August 13, 2026, meeting. 


During her tenure at Courreges, Principal Tanita has been a cornerstone of the school’s success, known for her student-centered leadership, collaborative spirit, and unwavering dedication to the "Cougar" community. While her daily presence at the school site will be missed, her promotion to the District level will allow her to impact educational programs, curriculum, and student achievement across all FVSD campuses.

Fountain Valley, CA, July 20, 2026: Fountain Valley School District is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Kiva Spiratos as New Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services following a rigorous hiring and interview process. Her appointment is pending Board approval at the upcoming August 13, 2026, meeting.

"I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the students, families, staff, and community of FVSD," said Dr. Spiratos. "I look forward to our continued success."

Fountain Valley, CA, June 29, 2026: Fountain Valley School District is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Tandy Taylor as the new Director, Student Services and Safety, pending Board approval at the August 13, 2026, meeting. She brings an extensive and diverse background in educational leadership, student advocacy, and systemic safety initiatives.

Ms. Taylor joins FVSD from the Cypress School District, where she currently serves as Executive Director, Educational Services, and previously held the role of Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment.

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